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You are given two clear, colorless aqueous solutions. One solution contains an ionic compound, and one contains a covalent compound. How could you determine which is an ionic solution and which is a covalent solution? (Chapter 8)
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Ionic compounds are formed from the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions. These ions are free to move when dissolved in water, which allows the solution to conduct electricity. On the other hand, covalent compounds are formed when atoms share Show more…
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